Former Ohio officer threatened violence in DC with homemade guns, police say
Investigators in Polk County say a former police officer from Ohio, upset by allegations of voter fraud, wrote about building homemade guns and heading to Washington to carry out violence.
Investigators in Polk County say a former police officer from Ohio, upset by allegations of voter fraud, wrote about building homemade guns and heading to Washington to carry out violence.
Airbnb to block, cancel DC bookings ahead of inauguration
The San Francisco-based home-sharing company said that guests whose reservations were canceled will be refunded in full. It will also reimburse hosts — at Airbnb's expense — the money they would have earned from those canceled reservations.
The San Francisco-based home-sharing company said that guests whose reservations were canceled will be refunded in full. It will also reimburse hosts — at Airbnb's expense — the money they would have earned from those canceled reservations.
NJ congresswoman claims rioters went on 'reconnaissance' tours prior to attack
Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) says that she witnessed people being lead through the Capitol the day before the riot in what looked like a "reconnaissance" tour.
Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) says that she witnessed people being lead through the Capitol the day before the riot in what looked like a "reconnaissance" tour.
National Guard deployed inside Capitol building
15,000 National Guard members have activated and are deploying to Washington, D.C., to help provide security in the run up to the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden.
15,000 National Guard members have activated and are deploying to Washington, D.C., to help provide security in the run up to the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden.
House passes measure urging Pence to invoke 25th Amendment, impeachment next
The U.S. House rushed ahead Tuesday toward impeaching President Donald Trump for the deadly Capitol attack, taking time only to try to persuade his vice president to push him out first. Trump showed no remorse, blaming impeachment itself for the “tremendous anger” in America.
The U.S. House rushed ahead Tuesday toward impeaching President Donald Trump for the deadly Capitol attack, taking time only to try to persuade his vice president to push him out first. Trump showed no remorse, blaming impeachment itself for the “tremendous anger” in America.
DC police ID officer crushed in door in response to little girl’s heartfelt letter
D.C. police have identified the officer who was crushed in a doorway during the U.S. Capitol riot.
D.C. police have identified the officer who was crushed in a doorway during the U.S. Capitol riot.
Concern for Capitol lockdown to become ‘significant spreading event’ after 3 lawmakers test positive
At least three House lawmakers have tested positive for COVID-19 after being locked down with several in a room during the violence siege on the U.S. Capitol, with some refusing to wear masks.
At least three House lawmakers have tested positive for COVID-19 after being locked down with several in a room during the violence siege on the U.S. Capitol, with some refusing to wear masks.
Trump rejects blame for riot, calls rally 'totally appropriate'
With the House set to impeach, President Donald Trump is blaming Democratic congressional foes for “tremendous anger” in the country and last week's deadly attack on the Capitol by his supporters after he urged them on their way.
With the House set to impeach, President Donald Trump is blaming Democratic congressional foes for “tremendous anger” in the country and last week's deadly attack on the Capitol by his supporters after he urged them on their way.
New videos of Capitol assault paint a more sinister attack
The full extent of the assault on the U.S. Capitol is coming into sharper focus, with scenes of violence so vast they are difficult to grasp. Countless smartphone videos have been emerging from the scene, and more lawmakers are recounting the chaos that was around them.
The full extent of the assault on the U.S. Capitol is coming into sharper focus, with scenes of violence so vast they are difficult to grasp. Countless smartphone videos have been emerging from the scene, and more lawmakers are recounting the chaos that was around them.
FBI warns of armed protests at state capitals and in DC ahead of Biden inauguration
An FBI bulletin is warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 state capitals and in Washington, D.C. ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration on January 20, 2021.
An FBI bulletin is warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 state capitals and in Washington, D.C. ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration on January 20, 2021.
Airbnb banning rioters, hate groups ahead of inauguration
Airbnb said Monday that it’s reviewing reservations in the Washington, D.C., area ahead of next week’s presidential inauguration and will bar any guests associated with hate groups or violent activity.
Airbnb said Monday that it’s reviewing reservations in the Washington, D.C., area ahead of next week’s presidential inauguration and will bar any guests associated with hate groups or violent activity.
FBI seeking information after chaos and destruction at US Capitol
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is seeking help identifying individuals who were part of the unprecedented chaos Wednesday when pro-President Donald Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is seeking help identifying individuals who were part of the unprecedented chaos Wednesday when pro-President Donald Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol.
‘Lectern guy’ suspected in U.S. Capitol riot released from jail after Tampa court appearance
At least three people from Florida are facing charges following the U.S. Capitol riot, including a man from Parrish who was booked into Pinellas County jail over the weekend.
At least three people from Florida are facing charges following the U.S. Capitol riot, including a man from Parrish who was booked into Pinellas County jail over the weekend.
Anne Arundel County police officer suspended pending investigation into involvement in Capitol riot
An Anne Arundel County police officer has been suspended with pay pending an investigation into the officer's involvement in the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, January 6.
An Anne Arundel County police officer has been suspended with pay pending an investigation into the officer's involvement in the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, January 6.
Biden chooses veteran diplomat William Burns as CIA director
A former ambassador to Russia and Jordan, William Burns had a 33-year career at the State Department under both Republican and Democratic presidents.
A former ambassador to Russia and Jordan, William Burns had a 33-year career at the State Department under both Republican and Democratic presidents.
US Capitol siege a more sinister attack than first appeared as videos emerge
The full extent of the assault on the U.S. Capitol is coming into sharper focus with countless smartphone videos emerging from the scene and more lawmakers recounting the chaos.
The full extent of the assault on the U.S. Capitol is coming into sharper focus with countless smartphone videos emerging from the scene and more lawmakers recounting the chaos.
Trump faces ‘incitement of insurrection’ impeachment charge over deadly Capitol riot
A House resolution calling on Pence to invoke constitutional authority to remove Trump from office was blocked by Republicans. However, the full House is set to hold a roll call vote and it is expected to pass.
A House resolution calling on Pence to invoke constitutional authority to remove Trump from office was blocked by Republicans. However, the full House is set to hold a roll call vote and it is expected to pass.
Washington Monument temporarily shutting down due to ‘credible threat’ following Capitol mayhem
The National Park Service is suspending tours of the Washington Monument through Jan. 24 after receiving "credible threats" in the wake of last week’s chaos on Capitol Hill.
The National Park Service is suspending tours of the Washington Monument through Jan. 24 after receiving "credible threats" in the wake of last week’s chaos on Capitol Hill.
#DontRentDC trends as District residents brace for another insurrection
District residents are urging short-term rental hosts to keep their properties vacant following news of another right-wing riot in the works.
District residents are urging short-term rental hosts to keep their properties vacant following news of another right-wing riot in the works.
All clear after suspicious package found near US Capitol, police say
The United States Capitol Police say the scene is clear after they reported that officers responded to a suspicious package near the U.S. Capitol building on Friday night.
The United States Capitol Police say the scene is clear after they reported that officers responded to a suspicious package near the U.S. Capitol building on Friday night.